Hitachi Vantara Corporation

Weld Engineer

Hitachi Vantara Corporation$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in welding automation
  • Exposure to automated welding processes like GMAW, RSW, and LBW
  • Proficiency with computer applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Basic understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
  • Ability to interpret weld specifications
  • Experience with ITAR related weld projects
  • Willingness and ability to travel approximately 25% for project support

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design of weld fixtures to meet project requirements
  • Coordinate the validation process for weld fixtures
  • Establish and document weld parameters for automation equipment
  • Set up and configure various welding equipment for automation
  • Conduct robotic programming and oversee machine debugging and validation
  • Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams for proper equipment installation
  • Communicate project progress, risks, and budget updates to stakeholders

Benefits

  • Competitive wages and medical benefits starting from day one
  • Paid parental leave for new parents
  • Opportunity to work on unique, customized automation projects
  • Collaborative, engineering-focused work environment
  • Access to career growth and skill development opportunities
  • Engage with cutting-edge technologies in automation
Full Job Description
Location:
Holland, Michigan, United States

Job ID:
R0124301

Date Posted:
2026-05-06

Company Name:
J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

Join us as a Weld Engineer in Holland, MI as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life.

Location Type: This is a full-time, salary position based onsite in Holland, MI.

What We Offer:
  • Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave
  • Opportunity to work on customized, 1-of-1 automation projects
  • A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
  • Career growth and skill development opportunities
  • A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter
  • Work with cutting edge and innovative technologies


Role Overview

The Weld Engineer supports the design, development, and deployment of automated welding systems, ensuring equipment meets customer specifications and internal build standards. This role is responsible for establishing weld processes, programming and debugging robotic systems, and validating weld fixtures and automated equipment from power-up through final acceptance. Working cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, and build teams, the engineer serves as a technical subject matter expert, supports quoting and project planning, and communicates progress, risks, and budget considerations to stakeholders. The position requires strong customer collaboration, technical expertise in automated welding technologies, and the ability to support projects through travel and hands-on on-site support.

How You'll Make an Impact:

  • Assist in design of weld fixtures
  • Coordinate or assist in weld fixture validation
  • Establish weld process parameters for equipment
  • Setup various types of welding equipment for automation purposes
  • Design, implement and document control systems for various types of automated equipment
  • Conduct robotic programming, coordinate in machine debug, power-up, and machine validation
  • Work with the appropriate build and electrical teams to ensure proper installation and use of weld equipment
  • Ensure that equipment is designed and programmed to customer and/or JR Automation build specifications using standard techniques and approach.
  • Ability to serve as a subject matter expert
  • Ability to quote time and equipment to customers process specifications
  • Work cross functionally with all departments during all phases of the project
  • Support, promote, and execute company initiatives
  • Communicate open issues, milestones, timing, hours, and budget concerns to the appropriate stakeholders
  • Ability to work side by side and maintain positive customers relationships


Note: This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree from 4-year College or university in related engineering field, or three years related experience and/or training in the welding automation field
  • Exposure to automated welding, prefer GMAW, RSW, LBW
  • Computer skills including - Excel, Word, Outlook
  • Basic understanding of part GD&T
  • Proficient at interpreting weld specifications
  • Ability to work on ITAR related weld projects
  • Travel is approximately 25%. This may include domestic and international travel depending on the project.


Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

About Hitachi Vantara Corporation

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